Athens National Archaeological Museum Guided Tour : Collections and Highlights

Embark on an Athens National Archaeological Museum Guided Tour. Explore Athens’ National Archaeological Museum, from Cycladic figurines and the Mask of Agamemnon to Egyptian antiquities. Complete our short travel plan form to compare tours and plan your visit today.

Discover Prehistoric and Cycladic Treasures

Explore the Prehistoric Collection, with artifacts from Aegean cultures including Cycladic and Mycenaean works. Its marble figurines, vessels, and other finds reveal the variety of artistic traditions that developed across the Aegean.

See the famous gold funerary mask known as the Mask of Agamemnon, discovered by Heinrich Schliemann at Mycenae in 1876. The name reflects Schliemann's interpretation; the mask is not proven to have belonged to the Homeric king. The burial dates to the 16th century BCE.

Follow the Development of Greek Sculpture

The Sculpture Collection presents works from around the seventh century BCE through the fifth century CE. Compare Archaic figures, including kouroi, with later sculptural styles and learn how Greek artists represented the human form across different periods.

Explore the Egyptian Antiquities Collection

The Egyptian galleries display objects from different periods of Egyptian civilization, including statues, figurines, stelae, sarcophagi, mummy cases, animal mummies, funerary caskets, Fayum portraits, and jewelry. The collection offers a perspective on ancient Egyptian daily life, beliefs, and funerary practices.

Plan a Museum Visit Around Your Interests

A guided highlights visit of around two hours can introduce you to selected galleries, while exploring more collections may take longer. Routes and available guides vary, so check which galleries and exhibits are included. Hotel transportation is not part of every museum tour.

Plan Your Athens Museum Experience

Tell us your travel dates, group size, hotel location, and preferred collections. Comparing tour options can help you choose a museum visit that fits your interests and schedule.

Complete our short travel plan form to compare guided tours and plan your visit to the National Archaeological Museum of Athens.

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